History of Jabari Parker in Timeline

Jabari Parker is a professional basketball player currently with FC Barcelona. Formerly a highly touted prospect, he was drafted second overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in 2014 after a single season at Duke University, where he was a consensus All-American and National Freshman of the Year. Prior to college, Parker achieved national recognition as a high school player, leading Simeon Career Academy to four consecutive Illinois state championships and earning National High School Player of the Year honors. He played four seasons with the Bucks, followed by four seasons with five different NBA teams.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1976: Sonny Parker NBA draft

In 1976, Jabari Parker's father, Sonny Parker, was drafted in the first round (17th overall) of the NBA draft by the Golden State Warriors.

1990: Sonny Parker's Youth Foundation

Since 1990, Jabari Parker's father, Sonny, has served as a youth foundation director for children in the Chicago metropolitan area.

March 15, 1995: Jabari Parker Born

On March 15, 1995, Jabari Ali Parker was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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1995: Darryl plays in NCAA Tournament

In 1995, Jabari Parker's older brother, Darryl, lettered two years for the Oregon Ducks basketball team, starting for the team in the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament.

2009: MaxPreps.com Selection

In 2009, Jabari Parker was a MaxPreps.com second team Boys Basketball Freshman All-American Team selection.

October 2010: Participated in USA Developmental National Team mini-camp

In October 2010, Jabari Parker was among the 18 players who participated in the 2011–12 USA Developmental National Team mini-camp.

2010: Freshman Year Accomplishments

In 2010, Jabari Parker earned the ESPN HS Freshman of the Year award and was a MaxPreps.com second team Boys Basketball Freshman All-American Team selection.

2010: MaxPreps.com Selection

In 2010, Jabari Parker was a MaxPreps.com first team Boys Basketball Sophomore All-American Team selection.

July 2011: LeBron James Skill Academy

In July 2011, Jabari Parker participated in the LeBron James Skill Academy.

November 2011: Compared to Derrick Rose

As of November 2011, Jabari Parker was frequently compared to Derrick Rose in high school. Michael O'Brien highlighted Rose's defining moments, including dunks against Washington and a game-winning shot against Peoria Richwoods.

December 2011: Named USA Basketball's Male Athlete of the Year

In December 2011, Jabari Parker was named USA Basketball's Male Athlete of the Year based on his FIBA Americas performance, becoming the youngest winner ever. He accepted the award from Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and jokingly hoped not to be booed.

2011: Sophomore Year Success

In 2011, Jabari Parker earned second team All-State recognition from the Chicago Tribune and was a Class 4A All-State first-team selection by the Chicago Sun-Times. He was also named ESPN HS 2011 Sophomore of the year.

July 8, 2012: Won gold medal at FIBA Under-17 World Championship

On July 8, 2012, Jabari Parker and the USA team won the gold medal at the 2012 FIBA Under-17 World Championship in Kaunas, Lithuania, despite Parker missing some games due to an ankle injury.

December 20, 2012: Commits to Duke

On December 20, 2012, Jabari Parker chose to play for Duke University.

April 20, 2013: Nike Hoop Summit Selection

On April 20, 2013, USA Basketball selected Jabari Parker as a member of the 2013 USA Junior National Select Team for the Nike Hoop Summit at the Rose Garden.

2013: Nike Chi-League and Duke Preparations

During the summer prior to attending Duke in 2013, Jabari Parker participated in the Nike sponsored Chi-League. He was also projected as a true freshman starter for the 2013-14 Duke Blue Devils and received preseason All-American honors.

2013: High School Career Ranking

In 2013, Jabari Parker concluded his high school career as the fourth-rated player in his class, according to Rivals.

2013: Duke Blue Devils Freshman Year

In 2013, Jabari Parker started his freshman year with the Duke Blue Devils.

2013: USBWA National Freshman of the Year

In 2013, Jabari Parker was named USBWA National Freshman of the Year and selected to the 2013 Freshman All-American team.

2013: Sonny Parker develops kidney disease

In 2013, Jabari Parker's father, Sonny Parker, developed a kidney disease that requires dialysis, making it difficult for him to attend Jabari's games.

July 9, 2014: Signs with the Milwaukee Bucks

On July 9, 2014, Jabari Parker officially signed with the Milwaukee Bucks, joining them for the 2014 NBA Summer League.

October 2014: Tony Finau's PGA Tour debut

In October 2014, Tony Finau, one of Lola's first cousins once removed, made his PGA Tour debut.

October 29, 2014: NBA Debut and Injury

On October 29, 2014, Jabari Parker made his NBA debut for the Milwaukee Bucks against the Charlotte Hornets.

2014: Declares for NBA Draft and Signs with Jordan Brand

In 2014, Jabari Parker declared for the NBA draft and signed a shoe endorsement deal with the Jordan Brand.

2014: ACC Tournament and NCAA Tournament

In 2014, Jabari Parker scored 20 points in the ACC tournament semifinals against NC State and played in the NCAA tournament, where Duke lost in the first round to Mercer.

2014: All-American Selection

In 2014, Jabari Parker was selected as a 2014 NCAA Men's Basketball All-American first-team selection by multiple organizations, including the Associated Press, The Sporting News, and USA Today.

2014: NBA Draft and Duke Career

In 2014, Jabari Parker was selected as the second overall pick in the NBA draft by the Milwaukee Bucks after playing one season for Duke University.

January 27, 2016: Named to NBA All-Star Game weekend Rising Stars Challenge lineup

On January 27, 2016, Jabari Parker was selected to participate in the 2016 NBA All-Star Game weekend Rising Stars Challenge lineup.

January 15, 2017: Near triple-double against Atlanta Hawks

On January 15, 2017, Jabari Parker nearly achieved his first NBA triple-double against the Atlanta Hawks, falling just one assist and one field goal short.

December 18, 2017: Assigned to Wisconsin Herd

On December 18, 2017, the Milwaukee Bucks assigned Jabari Parker to their NBA G League affiliate, the Wisconsin Herd, to practice during his recovery period.

February 2, 2018: First appearance since injury

On February 2, 2018, Jabari Parker made his first appearance for the Milwaukee Bucks since February 9, 2017, scoring 12 points in a win against the New York Knicks.

February 27, 2018: Season-high 19 points against Washington Wizards

On February 27, 2018, Jabari Parker scored a season-high 19 points in a loss to the Washington Wizards.

March 21, 2018: Season-high 20 points against Los Angeles Clippers

On March 21, 2018, Jabari Parker achieved a season-high of 20 points in 30 minutes against the Los Angeles Clippers.

July 14, 2018: Signed with Chicago Bulls

On July 14, 2018, Jabari Parker signed a two-year, $40 million contract with the Chicago Bulls.

February 6, 2019: Traded to Washington Wizards

On February 6, 2019, Jabari Parker was traded to the Washington Wizards, along with Bobby Portis and a 2023 second-round pick, in exchange for Otto Porter.

July 11, 2019: Signed with Atlanta Hawks

On July 11, 2019, Jabari Parker signed a two-year, $13 million contract with the Atlanta Hawks.

January 7, 2020: Out with shoulder injury

On January 7, 2020, it was announced that Jabari Parker would be sidelined for at least two weeks due to a shoulder injury.

February 6, 2020: Traded to Sacramento Kings

On February 6, 2020, Jabari Parker was traded to the Sacramento Kings along with Alex Len, in exchange for Dewayne Dedmon, a 2020 second-round pick, and a 2021 second-round pick.

March 25, 2021: Waived by the Kings

On March 25, 2021, Jabari Parker was waived by the Sacramento Kings.

April 16, 2021: Signed with Boston Celtics

On April 16, 2021, Jabari Parker signed with the Boston Celtics and scored 11 points in his debut.

October 17, 2021: Waived by the Celtics

On October 17, 2021, Jabari Parker was waived by the Boston Celtics.

January 7, 2022: Waived by the Celtics again

On January 7, 2022, Jabari Parker was waived by the Celtics again.

June 30, 2023: Joined Milwaukee Bucks for NBA Summer League

On June 30, 2023, Jabari Parker joined the Milwaukee Bucks for the 2023 NBA Summer League.

August 7, 2023: Signed with FC Barcelona

On August 7, 2023, Jabari Parker signed a one-year contract with EuroLeague and Liga ACB powerhouse FC Barcelona.

September 24, 2023: Debut for FC Barcelona

On September 24, 2023, Jabari Parker made his debut for FC Barcelona, scoring a team-high 12 points in a win over Girona.

2023: Signs with FC Barcelona

In the summer of 2023, after a year away from professional basketball, Jabari Parker signed with FC Barcelona.

March 16, 2025: Highest personal score for FC Barcelona

On March 16, 2025, Jabari Parker recorded his best numbers playing for Barcelona, scoring 34 points and making 6 three-pointers in a Liga ACB win against BC Andorra, achieving the highest personal score for a FC Barcelona player in a Liga ACB game in 11 years.